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Government Accounting Technology Conference
Stay ahead of fast‑moving technology changes impacting governmental accounting. This one‑day online conference delivers practical guidance on the tech, data, and security issues public‑sector finance teams face right now. Learn from four nationally recognized instructors as they cover top...
Presented in partnership with Oklahoma Society of CPAs, Montana Society of CPAs, Georgia Society of CPAs, Iowa Society of CPAs, Washington Society of CPAs, Colorado Society of CPAs, Virginia Society of CPAs, Minnesota Society of CPAs, Alabama Society of CPAs, Connecticut Society of CPAs, Illinois CPA Society, Nebraska Society of CPAs, Ohio Society of CPAs, K2 Enterprises.
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4 sessions across 1 day, taught by Brian Tankersley and Lawrence A. "Mac" McClelland — see the full agenda ↓
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Day 1 Monday, August 24, 2026 4 sessions
K2’s Top Tech Issues For Governmental Accounting And Financial Professionals
9:30 – 11:10 AM · Randy Johnston · 2 credits
Using technology tools effectively, efficiently, and securely is a primary goal of virtually all business professionals, including those in governmental organizations. Using these tools efficiently and effectively can boost productivity and efficiency, while simultaneously reducing costs. In this session, you will learn how you can put today’s tools to work efficiently, effectively, and securely. Additionally, you will learn about Artificial Intelligence tools, cybersecurity risks and solutions, new features in Microsoft Office applications, and improving productivity with automation tools. No matter your job title or responsibilities, you will take away countless recommendations from this session to address your top tech issues.
K2's Connect, Transform, and Analyze Data Like a Pro with Power Query
11:20 AM – 1:00 PM · Lawrence A. "Mac" McClelland · 2 credits
In today’s data-driven environment, financial professionals are expected not only to analyze numbers but to transform them into actionable insights. This course offers a deep dive into the practical applications of Power Query in both Excel and Power BI, tailored for those who already have a foothold in financial data analysis. Participants will learn how to streamline their data preparation process, saving time and reducing errors by automating the tedious tasks of connecting to various data sources, combining datasets, and cleaning up data for more efficient analysis. As the backbone of any insightful report or dashboard, clean and well-structured data is a must. This course goes beyond the basics, equipping attendees with the skills to create custom columns and perform advanced data transformations that lead to more meaningful financial reports. By the end of the sessions,...
K2’s Ripped From The Headlines: Lessons Learned From The Most Interesting Tech Crimes
1:30 – 3:10 PM · Brian Tankersley · 2 credits
This session dives into real-world cases of financial fraud, cybercrime, and ethics breaches that captivated the business and accounting world. This session analyzes how these crimes unfolded, the warning signs that were missed, and the internal control and technology failures that enabled them. Participants will explore modern threats, including AI-enabled deception, and learn practical steps to strengthen fraud prevention, data protection, and governance. From shocking embezzlements to headline-making cyberattacks, this course turns true stories into powerful lessons for today’s accounting and finance professionals.
- Analyze real-world financial crime cases to identify root causes and control failures
- Evaluate methods for detecting and preventing fraud and data breaches in accounting environments
- Assess the emerging risks posed by AI-enabled fraud and misuse of automation
- Determine practical steps to enhance internal controls and ethical culture within organizations
K2's Strategic Automation: Agentic AI Platform Applications
3:20 – 5:00 PM · Stephen Yoss · 2 credits
This course provides a comprehensive examination of Agentic AI models and their application within integration platform as a service (iPaaS) environments. Participants will explore the architectural components and operational methodologies of leading iPaaS tools, understanding their critical role in scalable workflow automation. The program delineates the strategic advantages of embedding AI-driven logic into business processes, offering a forward-looking perspective on operational efficiency and organizational agility for financial professionals. The curriculum emphasizes practical application, demonstrating how to design, develop, and deploy intelligent automation solutions. It addresses the nuanced integration of Agentic AI capabilities into existing and new workflows, focusing on enhancing decision-making and task execution. Through structured content, attendees will gain...
- Describe core functionalities and operational principles of integration platform as a service tools.
- Identify prominent iPaaS solutions, comparing their features for business automation needs.
- Explain the conceptual framework of Agentic AI within automated business workflows.
- Demonstrate integration of Agentic AI logic into various process automation systems.
- Evaluate practical applications where Agentic AI enhances organizational efficiency.
Your instructors
Brian Tankersley
Speaker & Author · K2 Enterprises · ★ 4.5 instructor rating
Brian Tankersley is a consultant who advises US firms and companies on accounting technology issues. Mr. Tankersley is a frequent speaker at continuing education courses for K2 Enterprises, and publishes a nationally recognized blog on accounting and technology (www.cpatechblog.com). He has also served as the technology editor for a major accounting industry publication. Mr. Tankersley has over 25 years of...
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Lawrence A. "Mac" McClelland
Speaker & Author · K2 Enterprises · ★ 4.5 instructor rating
Mac McClelland, an attorney and accounting professional, is an associate of K2 Enterprises of Hammond, Louisiana, and Network Management Group of Hutchinson, Kansas. Mac was formerly the director of the Centre for Financial Studies at the University of Otago in Dunedin, New Zealand, where he lived and worked for seven years from 1990 to 1997. He was also a member of the faculty of the Advanced Business...
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Randy Johnston
Partner · K2 Enterprises · ★ 4.6 instructor rating
Randy Johnston is a nationally recognized educator, consultant, and writer with over 40 years experience in Strategic Technology Planning, Accounting Software Selection, Paperless, Systems and Network Integration, Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Planning, Business Development and Management, Process Engineering and outsourced managed services. K2 Enterprises (K2E.com) – Executive Vice President,...
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Stephen Yoss
Speaker & Author · CPE Today · ★ 4.7 instructor rating
Stephen M. Yoss, Jr., CPA, MS, is a certified public accountant, partner and CEO of Devmatics, LLC, a continuing education instructor for financial professionals, a and a licensed pyrotechnician. While his interests and skills are varied, they all share a common thread—his love for and skill in finding technology-based solutions. In 2017, Stephen and Alex White formed Devmatics, LLC, a company focused on helping...
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